Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [uh-plahy]
- /əˈplaɪ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [uh-plahy]
- /əˈplaɪ/
Definitions of reapplied word
- verb with object reapplied to make use of as relevant, suitable, or pertinent: to apply a theory to a problem. 1
- verb with object reapplied to put to use, especially for a particular purpose: to apply pressure to open a door. 1
- verb with object reapplied to bring into action; use; employ: He applied the brakes and skidded to a stop. 1
- verb with object reapplied to use a label or other designation: Don't apply any such term to me. 1
- verb with object reapplied to use for or assign to a specific purpose: He applied a portion of his salary each week to savings. 1
- verb with object reapplied to devote or employ diligently or with close attention: to apply one's mind to a problem; to apply oneself to a task. 1
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Origin of reapplied
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English ap(p)lien < Anglo-French, Old French ap(p)lier < Latin applicāre, equivalent to ap- ap-1 + plicāre to fold; see ply2
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Parts of speech for Reapplied
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
reapplied popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
reapplied usage trend in Literature
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- how often should sunscreen be reapplied?
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